Suspect/Counterfeit Item (S/CI) Detection and Prevention Program

The contract mandates the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a formal Suspect/Counterfeit Item (S/CI) Detection and Prevention Program specifically for probe assembly processes, requiring robust systems to identify, trace, and immediately report any suspicious or counterfeit components. The program must ensure end-to-end traceability of all parts used in assembly and establish strict protocols for rapid escalation and response when potential counterfeits are detected, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the final product. This effort is critical to safeguarding mission-critical systems under the Department of Energy’s purview and must align with industry standards for component authenticity and supply chain security. The work is contracted under the NAICS code 541330, classified as a subcontract, with performance localized at Lemont, Illinois, 60439, under the oversight of Argonne National Laboratory as a DOE contractor. The solicitation was posted on July 8, 2026, with responses due by July 13, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for qualified vendors to demonstrate capability in executing a comprehensive S/CI program. While no set-aside type or point of contact is specified, the emphasis is on technical precision, real-time reporting, and proactive prevention mechanisms to eliminate counterfeit risks in high-stakes applications.